Open Access. Powered by Scholars. Published by Universities.®
- Discipline
- Publication
- Publication Type
Articles 1 - 2 of 2
Full-Text Articles in Other Nursing
Addressing The Psychosocial State Of High-Risk Individuals Undergoing Hereditary Cancer Screening By Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (Aprns) In The Community Oncology Setting, Aquilina Kerubo Thompson
Addressing The Psychosocial State Of High-Risk Individuals Undergoing Hereditary Cancer Screening By Advanced Practice Registered Nurses (Aprns) In The Community Oncology Setting, Aquilina Kerubo Thompson
Electronic Theses and Dissertations
Abstract
Neoteric advances in genetics make it possible to define genetic risk in cancer, and there should be methods in place to provide comprehensive genomic care with oncology advanced practice registered nurses bridging this gap. The current scope of nursing practice stipulates genetic and genomic literacy; however, there remains a deficit among advanced practice registered nurses in identifying and addressing psychosocial distress during the genetic cancer risk assessment process. Oncology advanced practice registered nurses must be equipped with the knowledge that the genetic cancer risk assessment also involves protecting patients from the psychosocial repercussions of carrying a hereditary cancer gene …
Increasing Comfort Of Mychart Patient Messaging In An Outpatient Oncology Clinic, Katherine Herdzik
Increasing Comfort Of Mychart Patient Messaging In An Outpatient Oncology Clinic, Katherine Herdzik
Master of Science in Nursing Scholarly Project
Increasing Comfort of MyChart Patient Messaging in an Outpatient Oncology Clinic
Katherine Herdzik, BSN, RN
Abstract
Electronic patient portals have provided increased access to the electronic health record and patient information. A feature within the portal is a messaging system, creating a secure method of communication between and patient/family member and their care team. Scholarly literature has suggested that this method of communication helps to increase trust between the patient and providers, enhancing the healthcare experience. This study focuses on educational review to increase comfort with the MyChart messaging portal for care managers and nurse practitioners in an outpatient pediatric …